Wes Smith had the opportunity to speak with Randy Sadler, President & CEO of Weidmuller USA, about the future of manufacturing talent and how workforce readiness contributes to the company's evolving role in advanced manufacturing.
With the launch of its Registered Apprenticeship Program, Dover Food Retail is developing a pipeline of certified electromechanical technicians to fill key roles at its Richmond plant.
Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Virginia Chapter Plant Tours have grown into one of the most impactful ways to build relationships across companies, share best practices, and empower women leaders in manufacturing.
From Mechanical & Electrical Design to Digital Manufacturing and Lifecycle Management, Siemens DI SW offers an integrated suite of tools that transform engineering, production, and operations.
Funding for Registered Apprenticeship (RA) programs has grown significantly over the past nine years, providing employers with numerous resources to […]
Press Release Contact Wes Smith wsmith@vamanufacturers.com Release Date July 18, 2024 VMA Joins ENERGY STAR Industrial Assistance Network […]
In recent years, companies have realized that individuals with disabilities are a great source of talent. Chris Hall works as an industrial manufacturing registered apprentice (IMTA) within his job as a production operator on the “almond job-snack size” line at the Hershey plant in Stuarts Draft, Virginia.
One would be quite surprised to learn of all the products manufactured in the Roanoke region that ship all over the world. Night vision goggles used by our military and police forces. Fiber optic cable following oil wells thousands of feet underground, and feeding cell towers our calls and data. Control systems for wind turbines. Railroad cars and braking systems. Keyless entry systems. Fine jewelry. Custom circuit boards. Medical devices, Automotive transmission components, tires and truck chassis. The list goes on and on.
Utilizing MSI workforce solutions, CVCC has partnered with local manufacturers to create several paths leading to nationally-recognized industry credentials.
Learn more about Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities and how provides the opportunity to gain credentials and training that will lead to a livable wage and career.